Sports Doc Talk
All Sports, All Orthopedics, All the Time. Ever wondered about the real impact of a UCL tear, a meniscus transplant, or a high-profile spine injury? Sports Doc Talk delivers expert analysis from medical professionals and industry insiders. Join hosts William Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia as they break down the medical side of the game you love. We blend sports updates with deep dives into orthopedic science, athlete recovery, and the latest in sports medicine. Tune in to understand the physical toll behind the headlines across all major sports.
Episodes
Youth sports look very different from how they did a decade ago: year‑round travel teams, overlapping seasons, private coaches, and constant pressure to keep up with the family down the street. In this episode of Sports Doc Talk, Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia sit down with OrthoCarolina specialists Dr. James Starman and Dr. Bradley Winter to talk honestly about how that landscape is impacting kids, teens, and...
Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia share a special thank you message to celebrate an incredible 2025!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO:
✅ Our Listeners & Viewers - Your support across all platforms means everything. Thank you for tuning in, engaging, and being part of our community!
✅ Our Amazing Guests - Every expert who joined us brought invaluable insights and expertise. Thank you for enriching our conversations!
✅ Our Sponsors - The Recovery...
From cutting up wetsuits to revolutionizing sports medicine...
This week on Sports Doc Talk, we're bringing you an absolute MUST-LISTEN conversation with Michael McBrayer, a 38-year veteran of the orthopedic industry who's been at the forefront of every major innovation in sports bracing and recovery.
Ever seen those knee braces NFL linemen wear? That's Michael's world. But this episode goes WAY beyond bracing - we...
Hosts Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia sit down with one of sports medicine's most influential minds: Dr. Brian Cole, Head Team Physician for the Chicago Bulls and White Sox.
Ever wondered how elite athletes like Lonzo Ball and Gabriel Landeskog defy career-ending injuries? This isn't just sports talk; it's a rare, deep dive into the science and psychology behind their comebacks.
Dr. Cole pulls back the curtain on...
This week on Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia sit down with Dr. Wayne Weil, orthopedic hand, wrist, and elbow specialist, and yes, TikTok cooking sensation "seattlehanddoc"
From repairing complex hand injuries and pioneering minimally invasive techniques to becoming an unexpected social media star, Dr. Weil brings humor, humility, and precision to everything he does. Hear his insights on:
- The art...
Keke Lyles, former Director of Performance with the Golden State Warriors and Executive Director for the Atlanta Hawks, joins Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia to unpack why ankle sprains sideline athletes and how Betterguards’ “seatbelt for the ankle” is changing the game. Hear how flexible-but-smart bracing stiffens only at dangerous speeds, why pros value comfort as much as protection, and what led to a reported faster return-to...
Turf toe has sidelined Brock Purdy and Joe Burrow, affecting legends like Patrick Mahomes and Deion Sanders. But what exactly is it — and why does it matter so much?
In this episode, Will Sanchez and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia break down:
The anatomy and mechanics of turf toe
Why is this injury devastating for quarterbacks
Differences in severity (2–5 weeks vs season-ending surgery)
Modern treatments: taping, custom ort...
On this episode of Sports Doc Talk, host Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia welcome elite performance coach Gary Chupik for a deep dive into the mental side of sports.
Gary shares his journey from pastoral leadership to becoming a sought-after performance coach for professional athletes, executives, and teams. He reveals how mindset, identity, and self-leadership shape recovery, resilience, and peak performance bot...
NFL injuries aren’t just headlines—they’re season-shaping storylines. In this episode, Will Sanchez and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia break down the biggest injury concerns heading into the 2025 season and explore how cutting-edge recovery tech is changing the game.
Key Injuries: Stafford (back) • McCaffrey (Achilles) • Hill (core) Slater (patella) • Brooks (ACL) • Hutchinson (leg fracture)
Recovery Tech: GPS wearables • Underw...
Dr. Chad Lavender joins Sports Doc Talk to break down his revolutionary Fertilized ACL technique, which combines biologics, bone grafting, and internal bracing to help athletes recover faster and safer.
What You’ll Learn:
How the Fertilized ACL works
Why biologics are changing orthopedic surgery
Real results from clinical trials
The criticism Dr. Lavender faced — and how he proved the skeptics wrong
CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:30 – T...
Sports Doc Talk with Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia discusses Grigor Dimitrov’s shocking mid-match retirement from Wimbledon 2025 due to a right pectoral tendon tear.
Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Garcia explains the rarity of pec tendon tears in tennis players, the types of tissues affected, the differences between repairable and non-repairable tears, and the importance of surgical timing.
He also discusses recovery expectations, comp...
Is AI taking over sports medicine—or just making it smarter?
Join Will Sanchez and top orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Garcia as they dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in orthopedics, sports performance, and recovery. This episode breaks down the myths, the excitement, and the real-world applications that are already reshaping patient care.
🔥 In this episode:
AI in the OR: How it’s enhancing surgical planni...
Get ready for a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of shoulder surgery with none other than Dr. Patrick Denard, one of the top shoulder surgeons in the U.S., on the latest episode of Sports Doc Talk. Hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia bring the energy as they uncover what it takes to perform over 7,000 shoulder surgeries, the importance of surgical nutrition, and game-changing techniques for rotator cuff repair and shoulder...
Sports Doc Talk with Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia
What connects elite MLB pitchers, AI-powered rehab, and innovative tendon-strengthening tools? They’re all revolutionizing baseball performance—and Dylan Newcomer is at the forefront.
Join us as we talk with Dylan, Founder of Athletic Potential PT and physical therapist at Driveline Baseball, diving deep into the latest science transforming how pitchers train, recover, and stay...
Hosts: Will Sanchez & Dr. Grant Garcia
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog made NHL history by returning from a career-threatening knee injury after 1,032 days. In this episode, we break down the groundbreaking surgery that made it possible—an osteochondral allograft with tibial tubercle osteotomy—and why this could reshape the future of cartilage restoration in sports.
Dr. Grant Garcia shares expert insight into the sur...
In this electrifying episode of Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia dive deep into the world of rehabilitation with the renowned physiotherapist and strength coach, Tom Swales. Tom, founder and creator of the AMT System & The Advanced Movement Therapist (AMT) Certification, is often referred to as the "triple threat" for his expertise in physiotherapy, strength coaching, and education, shares grou...
In the latest episode of Sports Doc Talk, we dive deep into Gerrit Cole's season-ending surgery. Dr. Grant Garcia, our orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, provides invaluable insights into the intricacies of Tommy John surgery. He explains how the procedure involves reconstructing the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) using cutting-edge techniques like internal braces and collagen-dipped fiber tape to enhance recov...
In this riveting episode of Sports Doc Talk, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia dive deep into the world of cartilage regeneration with special guest Nick Colangelo, CEO of Vericel Corporation. The discussion centers around the groundbreaking MACI (Matrix-Induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation) procedure, a revolutionary treatment for cartilage damage that promises to transform the lives of athletes and patients alike.
Get ready for a new episode of Sports Doc Talk! In this episode, hosts Will Sanchez and Dr. Garcia dive into the surprising news of Victor Wembanyama’s deep vein thrombosis (DVT) diagnosis, which will keep the NBA star off the court for the rest of the season.
As the former number-one NBA draft pick faces a season-ending injury, we’ll break down what DVT is, how it develops, and why it’s such a major concern for athletes. Dr. Garcia...
Are you ready for some football? Get ready for an exciting episode of Sports Doc Talk with your hosts, Will Sanchez and Dr. Grant Garcia! This Sunday, just in time for Super Bowl LIX, we're diving deep into the key injuries that could shape the outcome of the big game between the Chiefs and the Eagles. From hyperextended knees to abdominal strains, we'll break down the latest injury reports and what they mean for the player...
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